{"id":16609,"date":"2026-07-24T04:53:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-24T11:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.runwayritz.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/24\/top-smart-home-improvements-that-are-worth-doing-before-your-summer-vacation\/"},"modified":"2026-07-25T01:30:22","modified_gmt":"2026-07-25T08:30:22","slug":"top-smart-home-improvements-that-are-worth-doing-before-your-summer-vacation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.runwayritz.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/24\/top-smart-home-improvements-that-are-worth-doing-before-your-summer-vacation\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Smart Home Improvements That Are Worth Doing Before Your Summer Vacation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"dt-post-content\">\n<p>Summer often brings a welcome change of pace for homeowners across Europe. Family vacations, weekend getaways, and long days spent outside mean more time away and fewer opportunities to stay connected to what&#8217;s happening back home. While it&#8217;s a season to slow down and enjoy the warmer months, everyday commitments don&#8217;t just stop for a while. Deliveries still arrive, guests can arrive unexpectedly, and trusted family members, cleaners, or pet sitters may occasionally need access in your absence.<\/p>\n<p>Modern smart home technology makes those situations easier to manage. Today&#8217;s connected devices can do much more than record photos or send motion alerts. They can help homeowners monitor outdoor areas around the clock, stay up-to-date on important work, communicate with guests remotely, and control access without needing to be physically present. Instead of constantly checking or wondering if everything is going well at home, the right setup can provide great visibility, comfort, and peace of mind throughout the season.<\/p>\n<p>With a growing range of solutions available, finding the right setup fits your needs. Here are four EZVIZ devices designed to help homeowners stay connected to their property without adding extra work to their holiday plans.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eliminate Outdoor Blind Spots with the HB8 Lite Series<\/h2>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{\" imageid=\"\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5989754\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"credit\">HB8 Lite Kit \/ EZVIZ<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Leaving home for a few days doesn&#8217;t have to mean losing sight of what&#8217;s going on outside. Whether you&#8217;re entering the driveway, garden, or front door, the EZVIZ HB8 Lite Series makes it easy to stay informed about your property&#8217;s operations while you&#8217;re away.<\/p>\n<p>Featuring a motorized 340\u00b0 horizontal pan and 80\u00b0 vertical tilt to help eliminate external blind spots, it captures every detail in 2K+ clear resolution. Supported by Wi-Fi 6 connectivity and efficient H.265 video compression, it delivers smooth performance while helping to reduce storage demands. Rather than only activating when motion is detected, the Always On Video 2.0 (AOV) mode provides continuous visual awareness while AI-powered human and vehicle detection, Smart Tracking, and smart alerts help you focus on the work that matters most. Powering the experience is a 5,200mAh non-rechargeable battery that delivers up to 108 days of operation in normal mode or up to 15 days of continuous time-lapse recording. Support for an optional 5W solar panel and local microSD storage of up to 512GB minimizes ongoing maintenance.<\/p>\n<p>For homeowners with different connectivity needs, the series includes both the HB8 Lite and HB8 Lite 4G. While both models share the same main monitoring features, the HB8 Lite 4G adds Wi-Fi + 4G dual mode connectivity, making it more suitable for vacation homes, rural properties, farms, and other areas where regular Wi-Fi coverage may be limited. This added flexibility helps ensure reliable monitoring in areas inaccessible to a traditional wireless network.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Intelligent Protection of Large Buildings with HB90x Dual 4G Kit<\/h2>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{\" imageid=\"\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HB90-Dual-Kit-HB90x-Dual-4G-Kit-scaled.jpg?resize=2560%2C1707\" alt=\"Human, Safety, VR Headset\" class=\"wp-image-5989756\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HB90-Dual-Kit-HB90x-Dual-4G-Kit-scaled.jpg?w=2560 2560w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HB90-Dual-Kit-HB90x-Dual-4G-Kit-scaled.jpg?resize=325%2C217 325w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HB90-Dual-Kit-HB90x-Dual-4G-Kit-scaled.jpg?resize=720%2C480 720w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HB90-Dual-Kit-HB90x-Dual-4G-Kit-scaled.jpg?resize=220%2C147 220w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HB90-Dual-Kit-HB90x-Dual-4G-Kit-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024 1536w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HB90-Dual-Kit-HB90x-Dual-4G-Kit-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1365 2048w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HB90-Dual-Kit-HB90x-Dual-4G-Kit-scaled.jpg?resize=285%2C190 285w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HB90-Dual-Kit-HB90x-Dual-4G-Kit-scaled.jpg?resize=640%2C427 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\"\/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5989756\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"credit\">HB90x Dual 4G Kit \/ EZVIZ<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The EZVIZ HB90x Dual 4G Kit includes the HB90x Dual 4G camera and solar panel, building on everything that makes the HB90 Dual work so well while adding great flexibility to homes where broadband access isn&#8217;t always available. This capability is incredibly useful if you&#8217;re going off-season and need to secure a sprawling country estate, summer cabin, or off-grid property. This dual-lens setup handles it with ease, allowing you to track incoming vehicles on a long road while simultaneously monitoring the surrounding wood line.<\/p>\n<p>Specially designed for large areas, the device uses an integrated dual camera system that provides wide area monitoring along with close tracking. Keeping this advanced hardware online is easy, thanks to the automatic network switching of Wi-Fi and 4G, an important feature that maintains a reliable connection in all remote homes, vacation spots, and isolated buildings. <\/p>\n<p>In addition to continuous network access, the camera improves nighttime performance with ColorFULL Night Vision. This technology delivers bright, full-color images after dark without relying on strong, bright light. Combined with smart tracking and scalable integration, the system is perfect for property owners who need reliable security across large outdoor areas regardless of local internet availability.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>See Visitors and Manage Check-ins with EZVIZ HP7 Pro<\/strong> Door phone<\/h2>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{\" imageid=\"\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HP7-Pro.jpg?resize=1200%2C600\" alt=\"Human, Old, Male\" class=\"wp-image-5989764\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HP7-Pro.jpg?w=1200 1200w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HP7-Pro.jpg?resize=325%2C163 325w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HP7-Pro.jpg?resize=720%2C360 720w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HP7-Pro.jpg?resize=220%2C110 220w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HP7-Pro.jpg?resize=380%2C190 380w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/HP7-Pro.jpg?resize=640%2C320 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5989764\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"credit\">HP7 Pro \/ EZVIZ<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Managing entry into a gated community can be a challenge if there is no one to open the gate. Designed for private homes and villas, EZVIZ HP7 Pro gives homeowners an easy way to see visitors, communicate remotely, and provide access without the need for physical presence. It provides an efficient solution to manage day-to-day access, eliminating the need to be at the gate whenever someone arrives. For convenience, the system also supports secure Palm Vein location recognition, QR code access for visitors, RFID tags for family members, and PIN code entry, allowing authorized users to open the entrance without relying on physical keys.<\/p>\n<p>At the heart of the system is a built-in 4K ultra-HD camera that captures a clear image of anyone approaching the door. ColorFULL Night Vision helps maintain visibility after dark, while two-way communication allows homeowners to communicate directly with guests through the EZVIZ app. Users can also remotely open the gate or access point from anywhere, making it easy to manage access to the area.<\/p>\n<p>HP7 Pro helps integrate access management with a connected system that keeps homeowners informed about activity at the door. Its indoor display brings guest communications, access control, alerts, and connected EZVIZ devices together in one place, making day-to-day access easier to monitor and manage.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Keep a Smart Watch Above Your Front Door with the EZVIZ EP8 Ultra<\/strong> The doorbell<\/h2>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{\" imageid=\"\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1380\" height=\"810\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/Untitled-design-11.jpg?resize=1380%2C810\" alt=\"Electronics, Telecommunications, Cell Phones\" class=\"wp-image-5991176\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/Untitled-design-11.jpg?w=1380 1380w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/Untitled-design-11.jpg?resize=325%2C191 325w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/Untitled-design-11.jpg?resize=720%2C423 720w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/Untitled-design-11.jpg?resize=220%2C129 220w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/Untitled-design-11.jpg?resize=324%2C190 324w, https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/tachyon\/2026\/07\/Untitled-design-11.jpg?resize=640%2C376 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1380px) 100vw, 1380px\"\/><button class=\"lightbox-trigger\" type=\"button\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Enlarge\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\" data-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5991176\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"credit\">EP8 Ultra \/ EZVIZ<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Imagine you and your family going on the long awaited getaway, you will receive a notification that someone is at your door. EZVIZ EP8 Ultra helps you stay connected to all door connections, making it easy to see who&#8217;s there, respond remotely, and stay informed no matter where you are.<\/p>\n<p>Designed to overcome the blind spots common to conventional video doorbells, the EP8 Ultra combines a front-facing 3K+ camera with a secondary 1080p lens to give you a perfect view of your entryway. Foldable recording starts capturing activity before the doorbell is pressed, while on-device AI person and package detection, familiar face recognition, and Night Color Vision help homeowners understand what&#8217;s going on at a glance, day or night.<\/p>\n<p>The EP8 Ultra also brings a thoughtful approach to everyday interaction. Two video and audio calls allow homeowners to answer guests remotely, while the built-in AI display and automatic responses add a personal touch when no one is home. It processes AI features locally for added privacy, is compatible with Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, built-in storage, and removable batteries with information designed to make smart installation feel intuitive and reassuring.<\/p>\n<p>Smart home technology is not just about adding other devices. It&#8217;s about giving homeowners the confidence to enjoy the holidays they deserve without constantly wondering what&#8217;s going on behind the scenes. Whether you&#8217;re planning a family vacation, going on a weekend getaway, or simply making the most of long days outside, the right smart home setup helps you stay informed without constantly demanding your attention. Together, EZVIZ outdoor cameras, smart entry solutions, and video doorbells work as a connected ecosystem, making it easy to monitor, manage, and protect your home so you spend less time checking in and more time off.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer often brings a welcome change of pace for homeowners across Europe. Family vacations, weekend getaways, and long days spent outside mean more time away and fewer opportunities to stay connected to what&#8217;s happening back home. 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